Causes of the accident and traffic conditions
\nThe incident occurred as the trailer was traveling toward Mexico City . Failing to brake in time before the Jorobas intersection , the driver crashed into a bank and then struck five cars and a pickup truck . Due to the wet road conditions caused by the day\u2019s rain , it is suspected that road conditions may have played a role in the accident, although authorities will investigate the cause.<\/p>\n
Injuries and safety recommendations
\nParamedics arrived at the scene to treat the injured , who had minor injuries. Although no serious injuries were reported , the paramedics recommended that some be checked out at the hospital to avoid possible complications.<\/p>\n
Trailer spills fuel in another accident
\nIn a similar incident on the same highway, a tanker trailer spilled fuel at kilometer 95.5 , near Soyaniquilpan de Ju\u00e1rez . This accident caused a complete closure of all lanes in that area, which also caused significant traffic delays.<\/p>\n
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